We know that Rihanna loves spending time in killer swimwear (follow her on Instagram for proof), but in the last couple of days, the always-surprising style star just showed us not one but two cool, new ways to rock a skirt suit. For a spot on Good Morning America this, um, morning, she opted for a posh and refreshingly sedate coral bouclé skirt suit by Chanel. Granted, Ri Ri slipped in her signature edge with a sexy white bodysuit by designer Adam Selman and a very mini-hemline on the skirting. Because why not? And yesterday Rihanna kicked off the launch of her Viva Glam Rihanna with MAC Cosmetics in a skirt and blazer ensemble from the Lanvin spring 2014 collection. Metallic sheen, the pink and blue combo, and the flounce-y silhouette of the skirting make for a covered-up but still rocked-out way to wear a skirt suit for evening. Now I'm thinking that a midi-length cobalt blue trumpet skirt would be a chic office staple to pair with a tailored blazer or cardigan set. We missed Rihanna on the Grammys red carpet this year! But at least she's hitting the photo ops now. Shop out some Ri Ri-inspired kicked-up outfit read more

The Sundance Film Festival wrapped up this weekend, but not before the stars showed us six more winter layering strategies to keep warm and stay chic in this frigid polar vortex. For a business-casual layered look, take a cue from producer/writer/actress/power lady Amy Poehler. She dressed up her J. Brand jeans and rugged Acne boots with a fitted blazer and a lively but still professional polka-dot button-down shirt—both by Rag & Bone. Elizabeth Banks showed us how a puffy coat can actually work with a dress. She opted for a leaner-fit and belted style to accentuate shape and avoid any bulkiness. The midthigh cut of the coat kept her warm and hit at just the right length to cover the hem of her printed spring 2014 Ralph Lauren shift. Her black tights and over-the-knee boots finished off the wintry-perfect ensemble. Anna Kendrick softened a crisp-collared white button-down with a ladylike crocheted sweater by Tory Burch. Instead of going for the expected tall black boots, she went with worn-in brown ones to toughen up the look. Veronica Mars' Krysten Ritter dressed down her long Joe's bouclé cardigan by layering it over a slouchy white sweater and matching it with a pair read more

We're all about statement coats this winter, but how about one that makes just as much of an impact as a dress? Oh, hello, Cameron Diaz, who basically scored a two-for-one with a coat that almost doubled as a red-carpet-ready frock. The actress hit the opening of the TAG Heuer New York flagship in a super-chic black-and-white coat-dress from the Giambattista Valli pre-fall 2014 collection. The bouclé texture and nipped-waist silhouette almost negate the need for an underlying party frock, and opaque tights and booties keep the look winter-appropriate. (P.S. The coat would look super cute with skinny jeans and tall boots or an office-ready blouse and a pencil skirt too.) Shop out some Cameron-inspired almost-statement-dress coats here: Do you like how Cameron wore her coat as a dress? Which one do you like best? read more

When in Paris, do as the Parisians do. And that means wear all-black and look impossibly chic in the process, which Julianne Moore and Michelle Dockery did marvelously at the premiere of their upcoming movie Non-Stop (or what I like to think of as Lady Mary on a plane with Liam Neeson doing his imposing Taken thing) at the Gaumant Opera. Along with standing in as perfect escorts to Monsieur Neeson, the two leading ladies showed us two ways to look sophisticated and anything but snoozy in a monochrome party outfit. Let's take a look: Julianne Moore's Balenciaga is a progressive take on the traditional black column gown, with a structured silhouette, sculptural shoulders and neckline, and sexy side slit to break up the all-black palette—and show off her matching Christian Louboutin sandals. Downton Abbey's Michelle Dockery took a cue from Lady Mary's playbook and opted for all-black, but in a playfully-chic and not at all somber sort of way. Her Lanvin spring 2014 LBD brought in futuristic details: a geometric halter-cut at the top and a sleek space-age leather belt to cinch the waist. She accessorized with Rupert Sanderson Elba pumps and a very non-Lady Mary-like ear cuff by read more

Still basking in a little Grammy Awards red carpet afterglow? Make sure you vote for your favorite if you haven't already (if you're dying to see Beyoncé's sheer floral gown, check it out right here) and shop out our top three looks below! Gilded metallics reigned on the Grammys red carpet—from Rita Ora's holographic Lanvin to Chrissy Tiegen's sexy, sexy sequined Johanna Johnson to Ciara's custom rose-gold Pucci—but Taylor Swift's chain-mail Gucci gown garnered the most accolades from you all. Shop out some gold-standard dresses here: Katy Perry's very meta music-note-emblazoned—and ripped right off the couture runway—Valentino was a certified hit (har har). Shop out some musically inspired pieces right here: Looks like little David's menswear-inspired pick for Mom was a success! Madonna werked that Ralph Lauren tuxedo suit with inspired accessories (although, I'm still on the fence about that grill). Shop out some borrowed-from-the-boys suiting below: Which outfit was your favorite? read more

We already know that Beyoncé can work a red carpet party dress like a boss—no QUEEN—and she just kills it like no other onstage. Case in point, her sexy, steamy, earth-shattering opening performance at the Grammy Awards last night. Oh, and since she didn't get to walk the red carpet before the show—you know, sound check and all—here's a shot of the star in her sheer, peekaboo Michael Costello gown and Lorraine Schwartz bling that she donned post-performance. You're welcome. So clearly we need to crown Queen Bey with the Glamour Style Icon of the Week and—since we're still on a Grammys high—celebrate with her most killer onstage looks. I couldn't help but start off with this gem: Bey and her glistening, super-toned abs rockin' what looks to be a bedazzled bra and banana-skirted ensemble at the Fashion Rocks concert in 2006. She took the stage with future hubby Jay-Z. In 2010, she was nominated for nine Grammys—eventually to take six statuettes home with her. She also killed onstage in this stunning geometric leather dress by Atelier Versace. In May of 2011, she sizzled at the Billboard Music Awards and proved who in fact runs the world in this hot, read more

Look out, world: Ciara is on a seriously chic sartorial streak right now. She looked amazing last night at the Grammys in a custom rose-gold beaded Pucci gown (did you vote for your red carpet favorite yet?) and the night before, she took menswear-inspired to a whole new level in a pinstriped suit. Her natty pantsuit wasn't just borrowed from this boys; it is from the boys—Lanvin Homme fall 2013 to be exact. Instead of breaking up the print with a different-color shirt, the mom-to-be wore a matching button-down underneath to keep the overall look elongated and streamlined. She smartly opted for patent leather shoes to keep up the menswear-inspired vibe. But instead of natty brogues, she brought in a sexy, feminine touch with stiletto pumps. (I'm also assuming a little tailoring was done to create the perfect tapered-at-the-ankle silhouette.) All in all, well done, Ciara! Do you like how Ciara wore a men's suit? Would you try wearing one? read more

The Grammy Awards red carpet was really something, wasn't it? But then again, we shouldn't expect anything less from the one awards ceremony that requires modesty dress code restrictions—and the excitement of seeing who just barely skirts the rules. But, GUYS, where was Beyoncé?! (Oh, getting ready to open the show, I see.) So without further ado, let's revisit the most stunning and statement-making (because, come on, it's the Grammys) looks from the red carpet. Vote for your favorite and enjoy the show! Accompanying hubby John Legend, Chrissy Tiegen oozed hotness in a smokin' gold strapless Johanna Johnson gown. Katy Perry in a somewhat literal, but beautifully ethereal music-note-emblazoned gown from the Valentino Couture spring 2014 collection (ripped from the runway like Rita Ora's Alexandre Vauthier dress!). She told Ryan she chose it for "music's biggest night." Very appropriate. Speaking of Rita Ora, the singer made a simple statement with a brilliant green-gold Lanvin minidress and loads of Lorraine Schwartz gold and diamond rings. Nominee Kacey Musgraves looked pretty in pink Armani Privé and Forevermark diamonds. Kelly Osbourne collaborated with Badgley Mischka on an embellished shoulder cape gown inspired by Black Sabbath—accessorized with a cross necklace from dad Ozzy and read more

So British singer, fashion tastemaker, and on-screen Mia Grey, Rita Ora, just wore a fresh-off-the-runway spring 2014 haute couture dress by Alexandre Vauthier, and it's a really big deal. Why? Well first, haute couture is the highest level of fashion, with only a select group of designers allowed into the vaulted circle (for a refresher, here's your guide to Haute Couture 101). So just having the privilege of wearing a couture design is huge—usually it's the mega-stars on the awards season red carpet who are granted the chance. But what really has me blown away (and impressed) is that the French designer JUST showed his spring 2014 couture collection in Paris three days ago (January 21 to be exact) and Rita Ora posed in one of the pieces in Los Angeles last night. Although, she went belt-less (but belts are so maje for the season... ). My big question: How did Rita get the dress so quickly and from so far?! Not to be an Instagram stalker, but on the day of the Vauthier runway show, she was in Vancouver filming Fifty Shades and celebrating a castmate's birthday. Then on January 23, she landed in Los Angeles to partake in read more

Awards season is ON. And this Sunday the music industry celebrates its best of the best with the Grammys. Now, we love this red carpet because it's the chance for celebs to let it all out and get crazy, sexy, and cool with their gowns—or barely there dresses or bedazzled onesies or haute couture intergalactic art-installation frocks (you do you, Gaga!)...anything goes and that's why it's so awesome. Sophia hit the mark for guessing Lupita Nyong'o's gorgeous red Ralph Lauren cape dress at the Golden Globes and I struck out for my SAG Awards guesses (although, Florence Welch did just wear a sheer beaded number from the same Gucci collection at Paris Couture Week—does that sort of count?). But I'm giving it another go! Here are six dresses I'd love to see on the Grammy Awards red carpet. Nominees Taylor Swift and Katy Perry do love their Oscar de la Renta ball gowns. So I have my eye on the voluminous yellow embroidered gown that closed out his spring 2014 show. So Beyoncé is confirmed to perform, Kim Kardashian will probably accompany her fiancé and nominee Kanye West, and Madonna is rumored to hit the stage (omgeeee)—so will there be read more

Show of hands: Who is totally over the polar vortex right now? Aside from how painfully cold it is, all the time, it's really hard to (or have the motivation to) dress up in this weather! So let's take a moment to refocus and get inspired by Sarah Jessica Parker, who's showing us how to wear a LBD when it's absolutely frigid out. Of course, SJP didn't go with just any ol' black dress—this is a three-quarter-sleeve brocade frock by Tracy Reese. She livened up the look even further with exuberantly chic (and winter-ready) accents: polka-dotted fishnet tights and bejeweled Manolo Blahnik booties. Like a pro, she kept all the elements from hitting detail overload by sticking to a streamlined all-black palette. I'll bet money that the former Carrie Bradshaw walked in with a pretty amazing winter coat on too. Shop out some Sarah Jessica-inspired winter party outfits here: Do you live somewhere affected by the polar vortex? If you don't, I'm very jealous! Either way, do you like how SJP put her outfit together? Stay warm this weekend, everyone! read more

Just because it's freezing outside doesn't mean you have to cover up your sense of style while trying to stay warm. In fact, winter is the perfect time to play with separates, layers, textures, colors, and accessories. Want some ideas? Take a look at these 35 cold-weather looks, spotted on the wintry streets of New York, London, Paris, and Milan. Want more winter outfit ideas? Read the 2013 edition here. read more

More specifically a leather waist-whittling piece, but with a twist. The new trend in cinching requires a belt that almost looks like it doesn't belong with the rest of the outfit (but only almost), which is the beauty of the whole street-style-friendly look. It's as if you were putting the finishing touches on your already-chic outfit, and after a quick look in the closet, a lightbulb went off in your head. That vintage/work-outfit/borrowed-from-the-boys belt would look effortlessly uh-mazing with a gown/sweater/blazer/coat. Don't believe me? Let's look to these examples pulled straight from the Hollywood red carpet and the streets of Paris Couture Week. Cate Blanchett's billowy maxidress—granted a deep forest green crepe one from the Lanvin pre-fall 2014 collection—gets a whole new shape and feel when cinched with a punk-glam crystal-embellished wide belt. Dallas-by-way-of-Moscow It Girl Nasiba Adilova gave her Ralph Lauren long mint green cardigan and wide-leg trousers a ladylike retro-silhouette with a narrow brown belt. A skinny black leather belt created a hard-edged, structured contrast to the creamy hue and shimmery crystal beading on Rashida Jones' column gown by Fausto Puglisi. Fashion editrix Emmanuelle Alt unexpectedly created dimension to her blocked puffy coat with a vintage-y woven belt read more

We—along with the rest of the world—are crushing pretty hard on Lupita Nyong'o, and it's easy to see why. Along with being super talented and charming, the Oscar nominee has an unblemished track record when it comes to red carpet style (see the Golden Globes, Producers Guild Awards, and SAGs for proof). And she kept her streak going on Late Night With Jimmy Fallon yesterday—all while showing us that a top and pants outfit is a more than suitable substitution for a dressy dress. Lupita nailed it in a matched royal purple silk top and wide-leg trousers ensemble from the Cushnie et Ochs spring 2014 collection. The opulent jewel tones and streamlined silhouette of the slinky top and billowy trousers give a formal air of distinction to a usual pants outfit. Plus, the color just looks so beautiful on her, right? Flawless. Can't wait to see her at the Oscars and everything in between. Shop out a few Lupita-inspired jewel-tone pieces here: Are you as obsessed with Lupita in this outfit as I am? Or obsessed in general? read more

Haute Couture Week in Paris is in full swing right now, with the chicest designers showing their awards-season-worthy runway creations (like bedazzled sneakers and evening gowns at Chanel and Dior) and the stars lining the front rows. We've already seen Kate Bosworth show us how to do dressed-up plaid, so let's take a look at the rest of the best and vote on your favorite! Kim Kardashian and Kanye West jetted over to Paris—maaaybe to check out wedding venues, definitely to hit the FROW (and debut Kanye's second collab with A.P.C.). Kim dropped by the Stephane Rolland show decked out in a cashmere coat and silvery silk jumpsuit created by the designer. Allison Williams took a break from Girls and awards season to take in the Christian Dior show. There's a lot of detail going on in this outfit—a hard-metal belted mesh swing top, leather pants, coordinating patches on the coat sleeve and handbag—but she's making it work. Nikki's style crush and former Bond Girl Olga Kurylenko smiled pretty at Elie Saab in this teal and lace paneled confection. Leelee Sobieski paired a voluminous tunic top with an ornate crystal-embellished pencil skirt (and fab heels) at Dior. She also was read more

The holiday travel spike may be long gone, but winter getaway season is just beginning. And thank goodness because it gets a little depressing this time of the year, right? Well, Kendall already gave us some amazing packing advice for both cold and warm vacations, but let's take some travel style tips straight from the pros who have been jet-setting to and from Sundance and the Paris Haute Couture shows. Wear a Versatile Coat: Hey, if you're wearing it on the plane, it doesn't count as part of your baggage. So take a cue from style star Diane Kruger who sported her statement puffy—with a turtleneck sweater layered over a denim shirt—on her flight... And then rewore the coat over her photo-op-ready outfits to Park City promo events. Sneaky, sneaky. Bring a Cozy Scarf: Anne Hathaway knows how to stay warm and comfy on a cross-country flight—with a downy soft and blanket-y infinity scarf. Layer Up: At such a young age, Chloe Grace Moretz is already a seasoned world traveler. She's ready for that climate change upon landing with not one but two outerwear layers. To avoid any bulkiness, she layered an oversize parka over a lean-fit wool coat. Invest read more

So many times we see the stars braving the bitter cold in a bare leg and a light ripped-from-the-spring-runway outfit as they sprint from their hired town car into an event. So it's kind of refreshing to see how Jessica Alba bundled up into a head-to-toe winter uniform during snowstorm Janus—and, of course, she looked super cute. We're all about the winter white this season, but I'm especially loving it on a hooded and toggle-buttoned duffle coat. Jessica made extra sure to stay warm and toasty by donning a trapper hat and flat knee-high riding boots. (Although a pair of gloves might have helped add some warmth, but then how would she text and Instagram?) The entire look is fully functional but totally, completely chic. Shop out some Jessica-inspired snowstorm-ready combos here: Do you like Jessica's coat? How did you dress for the snowstorm? (Well, if you were "lucky" enough to experience it.) Stay warm out there! read more

Along with non-grunge-y plaid and crop tops, another signature '90s trend is making a model-approved comeback: Timberland lace-up winter boots. Although the classic work boot has never really gone out of style, per se. But leave it to two of the hottest It models out there to reimagine the utilitarian accessory (not a bad idea on this snowy NYC day either!). Now let's not be distracted by Bradley Cooper on the left there (and you're welcome for this Monday treat). His girlfriend, Burberry model Suki Waterhouse, hit Sundance wearing her boots with skinny black jeans, a long heathered sweater, and an oversize woolly overcoat. She kept her the laces partially undone for that model off-duty vibe. And Cara Delevingne—the face of off-duty-model casual streetwear style—loves her Timbs. She hit an NBA Live game in London wearing her boots with sleek black leggings and layers of slouchy gray tanks, while fellow model Jourdan Dunn opted for dressier heels. The boots work with designer sweats too—always with undone laces, of course. Timberland six-inch premium waterproof boots, $180, timberland.com Are you ready to break out your Timberlands again? read more

Last fall, rumour rumor had it that Kate Middleton's style was about to get quirkier. But instead, will it get vamped up? Well, if Donatella Versace has anything to say about it, then—yes. "I'm thinking about it..." Kidding, kidding. According to The Sunday Times via Grazia, the outspoken, envelope-pushing designer shared her wish to see the Duchess rocking some of the sexed-up Greek-goddess gowns from the Atelier Versace spring 2014 collection. Why? "She can wear anything because she has a fantastic body," Donatella said at the Atelier Versace show during Haute Couture week in Paris. While we do agree that Kate wears an evening gown like it's no one's business—and she's not afraid of experimenting with (appropriately) edgier looks and designers—we're not quite sure she'll be hitting the red carpet in a J.Lo-esque cleavage-and-thigh-baring confection any time soon. (Plus, she does tend to stick with homegrown British labels.) BUT, never say never. If K.Mid were to splash out in something a tad more sultry than her usual fare, maybe it could be one of these looks from the Versace spring 2014 collection? With a few modifications, of course. Just sew up that side slit, bring up the neckline, and definitely read more

Not to pat ourselves on the back or anything, but it seems that all the cool girls really do wear sneakers with their formal dresses. Or at least the models on the Paris Haute Couture spring 2014 runways do... First Christian Dior bedazzled fancy slip-on sneakers and paired the water-shoe-esque designs with avant garde, laser-cut confections. Perhaps a harbinger of Jennifer Lawrence's upcoming Oscar outfit? She'd have less chance of tripping up the stairs wearing haute couture kicks... Then Chanel tricked out the traditional running-shoe style with sequins, crystals, and shimmer to accessorize all the sublime beaded and feather-embellished dresses and gowns. And seriously, isn't off-duty T-shirt and sneaker-loving Cara Delevingne the perfect spokesmodel for this look? So should we take this trend literally and wear dressed-up sneakers with our formal dresses? And since we're on this sports-inspired kick (sorry, couldn't help it), what about Chanel Haute Couture fanny packs and elbow and knee pads? You'd be the best-dressed roller-blader out there... Ready, set, DISH in the comments, please. Sneakers and dresses—yea or nay? read more